Officer Ashley Pollard, 37, and his girlfriend, 31-year-old Anna King, were arrested on Monday along with Pollard's brother, 33-year-old Courtney Pollard, according to a news release from the Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office.

The investigation began in April, when investigators learned that Pollard was suspected of producing methamphetamine for personal use. King purchased pseudoephedrine and other products for methamphetamine production, authorities said.

On Monday, authorities met with Ashley Pollard at the Criminal Operations Center in Lockport and questioned him regarding the investigation. During questioning, he confessed to his role in manufacturing methamphetamine, and told investigators he used methamphetamine to help cope with post-traumatic stress disorder he said he developed following overseas deployments with both the U.S. Army and U.S. Marine Corps.

Agents also made contact with King and Courtney Pollard on Monday and placed them under arrest. During a subsequent search of the home in Cut Off, agents said they found additional evidence of the manufacturing process.

All three were placed under arrest and transported to the Lafourche Parish Detention Center in Thibodaux.

The three were arrested on one count each of creation/operation of a clandestine laboratory for the unlawful manufacture of a controlled dangerous substance. They were released on Monday after posting bond.

Ashley Pollard’s bond was set at $10,000. King's bond was set at $5,000.

Courtney Pollard's bond was set at $25,000. Officials said Courtney Pollard's criminal history included 14 prior arrests on several charges, including various battery charges, drug possession and several counts of contempt of court.

"I am sorely disappointed in the actions of this former officer. The Golden Meadow Police Department has no tolerance for criminal behavior, and we want to reassure the public that this officer's actions are not a reflection on our department as a whole. My sincere hope is that this ultimately results in him getting the treatment and help he needs,” Pitre said in a statement.